Our Team

Our team of educators is dedicated to providing the highest quality education to our students. We are passionate about teaching and learning, and we strive to create a dynamic and engaging classroom environment that inspires our students to reach their full potential.

The Meridian School has a wonderful team of talented, experienced and qualified teachers.

Please see their brief bios below and get to know our diverse teaching staff.

Ms. Lisa Sawyer-McCartney

DIRECTOR

Lisa N. Sawyer-McCartney, a charming and enigmatic individual, has dedicated her life to affording children and young adults the tools needed for personal and cultural success. Lisa is the founder and director of The Meridian School at Unicorn Village and Windsor Schools. She is the creative visionary behind The Meridian School Choir, an internationally traveled group of 40 students.

Mrs. Courtnee Roberts

PRINCIPAL

For over a decade, Courtnee Roberts has been in the classroom as an English Language, Social Studies, Journalism and Music teacher. She has previously taught in Kentucky, Abaco, and most recently at Windsor School Old Fort and Albany, with specialization in middle school education. Ms. Courtnee has trained and taught at the IGCSE level in the Cambridge curriculum.

Mrs. Courtnee Roberts

PRINCIPAL

Mrs. Shandera Belle

NURSERY

Hi, My name is Shandera Belle! I am excited to welcome you and your little one to our nursery class. I have been an educator for 17 years and at The Meridian for 2 years.

Ms. Deidre Gibson

RISING 3

My name is Deidre Gibson, and I would like to formally welcome you to our Meridian family. My tenure has been a rewarding one here at The Meridian School.

Ms. Ebone Been

RISING 4

I am Ms. Eboné Mae Been from the sunny shores of The Bahamas. With over 5 years of experience teaching Pre-K to Grade 4 at international schools in Asia and Africa.

Ms. Aisley Gomez

RISING 4

Hello! My name is Aisley Gomez and I have been a teacher for 9 years. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Pedagogy.

Ms. Terez Cleare

RISING 5 & PRE SCHOOL COORDINATOR

My name is Ms. Terez and I am a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Educator with over two decades of experience.

Ms. Dereal Maycock

GRADE 2

My name is Dereal Maycock. I am also known as Ms. D. I am a graduate of The University of The Bahamas with Honors in Early Childhood Education.

Ms. Melissa Carey

GRADE 3, LITERACY COORDINATOR & LEAD TEACHER FOR GRADES 1-3

My name is Ms. Melissa. This is my 11th year teaching at The Meridian School. I am a graduate of Queen’s College, The College of The Bahamas, and Barry University.

Ms. Lesley Zlicha

GRADE 4 & LEAD TEACHERS FOR MATH & SCIENCE GRADES 4-6

Welcome back to a new and exciting school year at The Meridian School! My name is Ms. Lesley and I am the 4th Grade teacher as well as the Upper Elementary Lead Teacher for Math & Science.

Mrs. Allyson Sweeting

GRADE 5 & LITERACY COORDINATOR GRADES 4-6

Warmest hellos and gracious smiles from me, Mrs. Allyson Sweeting, a life-long learner who happens to loooove teaching (extra oh-s).

Mrs. Dashnique Dean

ION

Hello! My name is Dashnique Miller (better known as Mrs. Dash). I am the special education teacher for the ION class at The Meridian School.

Mrs. Yenia Perez

SPANISH & MUSIC

My name is Señora Yenia, and I am the Spanish and Music teacher. This is my eighth year at The Meridian School and my 22nd year as a teacher.

Ms. Temeka McKenzie

ART

My name is Temeka McKenzie and I teach art to the boys and girls at The Meridian School. This is my 13th year teaching art at the school and I absolutely love it.